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BMT to showcase smart prototyping at Drinktec 2025

BMT to showcase smart prototyping at Drinktec 2025

BMT will present its Smart prototyping platform at Drinktec 2025, stand C6-531. The system integrates virtual SBM simulation, 3D-printed moulds and lab-scale testing to accelerate and de-risk bottle development.

ENGEL expands mould temperature control to 160 °C at K 2025

ENGEL expands mould temperature control to 160 °C at K 2025

ENGEL will showcase an expanded temperature control portfolio at K 2025, including ultrasonic-based e-flomo and eco-flomo systems rated up to 160 °C and the new e-flomo one for high flow rates. The solutions target lower scrap, higher process stability and up to 50% reduction in cooling water use.

Comexi to present flexible packaging systems at K 2025

Comexi to present flexible packaging systems at K 2025

Comexi will showcase printing, converting and digital service solutions at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, highlighting efficiency, automation and sustainability. The program includes daily open sessions on print technology selection and the role of AI and automation, plus an afterwork meeting on 10 October.

Live integrated label production at Labelexpo Europe 2025

Live integrated label production at Labelexpo Europe 2025

ETI Converting, Martin Automatic, Lundberg Tech and LemuGroup will run a fully integrated, live label production line at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona, covering coating, converting and end-of-line automation. Visitors will see a real job produced under show-floor conditions, from dual-web input to palletized rolls.

Labelexpo Europe 2025 opens next week in Barcelona

Labelexpo Europe 2025 opens next week in Barcelona

Labelexpo Europe 2025 will open at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona with more than 650 exhibitors and an expanded scope covering label production and outer packaging embellishment. The program emphasizes technology, education, sustainability and community initiatives.

Heidelberg’s Speedmaster CX 104 passes 950 installs worldwide

Heidelberg’s Speedmaster CX 104 passes 950 installs worldwide

Heidelberg’s Speedmaster CX 104 has surpassed 950 installations since its 2021 debut, with over 6,100 printing, coating and drying units delivered. Case studies from three regions highlight productivity gains, while a new web configurator supports tailored setups.

P&G expands use of rHDPE in personal care packaging

P&G expands use of rHDPE in personal care packaging

Procter & Gamble presents shampoo bottles for Aussie, Head & Shoulders and Pantene Pro-V made from 100% rHDPE, underscoring material quality and purity. The company highlights value chain collaboration, CosPaTox guidelines and solvent-based purification such as dissolution recycling.

TotalEnergies and CooperVision use ISCC Plus PP in lens packs

TotalEnergies and CooperVision use ISCC Plus PP in lens packs

TotalEnergies and CooperVision have enabled the use of ISCC Plus-certified polypropylene in blister packs for selected contact lenses, using a mass balance approach. The renewable polymer is derived mainly from sunflower and rapeseed oils processed at La Mède and is intended to improve packaging footprint without changing performance.

KHS analyzes bottle and machine parameters using simulation

KHS analyzes bottle and machine parameters using simulation

KHS applies computational fluid dynamics to address liquid sloshing between filler, transfer star and capper, aiming to reduce product loss and hygiene risks at outputs up to 90,000 bottles per hour. The work is led by development engineer Dominik Weirich in Bad Kreuznach.

BMT presents smart prototyping platform at Drinktec 2025

BMT presents smart prototyping platform at Drinktec 2025

BMT will showcase its smart prototyping platform at Drinktec 2025 in Munich, combining virtual simulation, 3D-printed moulds and lab-scale testing to accelerate and de-risk bottle development. The approach integrates Blowscan and Thermoscan for tighter control of preform temperature and material distribution.